
Parent Care - GreenShield Cares
Mental Health Support Program


A program providing 5 free
one-on-one professional mental health support sessions to eligible mothers.
As part of CPBF’s Parent Care Program, the Canadian Premature Babies Foundation (CPBF), through GreenShield Cares, is able to provide access to professional mental health support for mothers and individuals who identify as women or gender-diverse living in Canada. Eligible participants will receive 5 (five) virtual mental health sessions delivered by GreenShield’s network of qualified counsellors, accessed securely through the GreenShield platform.
Offered in multiple languages, this initiative is designed to reduce financial and systemic barriers to care, providing timely, confidential, and flexible mental health support for those navigating the emotional challenges associated with premature birth and the NICU journey.
Eligibility Screening and Next Steps
Please review the following questions carefully and respond honestly.
Eligibility Questions (Yes or No)
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Do you identify as a woman or as a gender-diverse individual?
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Are you currently experiencing limited or no access to mental health services OR
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Are you facing financial barriers that make it difficult to obtain mental health care?
If you answer “Yes", we invite you to complete the form below.
CPBF collects this data solely for eligibility confirmation, program evaluation, statistical reporting, and to ensure appropriate use of this service.
Once your form is submitted and reviewed, you will receive an email confirming your eligibility, along with a unique access code and step-by-step instructions for setting up your GreenShield account and booking sessions with a GreenShield+ counsellor.
Mental health services for this program are supported by GreenShield through access to its platform and professional counsellor network.
GreenShield is Canada's only national non-profit health and benefits company. They focus on building a healthier, more equitable future for Canadians.
For more information about GreenShield, visit their website at greenshield.ca
